Nantes University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Nantes University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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New kit aims to wipe out MRSA from nose and body
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a complete kit using povidone iodine (a disinfectant) to remove MRSA bacteria from the nose, skin, and mouth of hospitalized patients. The goal was to see if the kit could quickly clear MRSA from the nose within 6 hours. Only one person enrolled before the study…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:51 UTC
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Smart wheelchair seat alerts users to prevent painful sores
Prevention TerminatedThis study tested a special device placed on the wheelchair seat of people with spinal cord injury. The device measures pressure and sends alerts to a phone if the user is sitting badly or too long. The goal was to see if it could prevent pressure sores. The study included 134 pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:02 UTC
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Pre-Surgery pelvic floor training aims to stop bowel control issues in rectal cancer patients
Prevention TerminatedThis study looked at whether doing pelvic floor exercises with biofeedback before rectal cancer surgery could prevent a common side effect called Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS), which causes bowel control problems. The study planned to include 120 adults aged 18-80 who we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:59 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden genetic triggers of thyroid cancer
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to find new genes that might cause a type of thyroid cancer called differentiated thyroid cancer. Researchers analyzed the DNA of 34 people and their family members to look for genetic changes linked to the disease. The study was ended early, so results are limit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:41 UTC